Chelsea may well be in the running for major honours this season, but Jose Mourinho’s dissatisfaction with his striking options have become apparent.

The Blues have failed to add a centre forward capable of emulating the performances of Didier Drogba, who left the west London club in 2012 after eight years with them.

However, with the legendary Ivorian set to lead the line for new club Galatasaray against his former side in midweek, he has spoken out about the prospect of returning to Stamford Bridge – and admitted it is a daunting prospect.

"It is the club where I experienced everything," Drogba told UEFA's website.

"I experienced the highest level, big games - it allowed me to get closer to the best players in the world.

"It is a very special moment because I do not know what my reaction will be. I am quite apprehensive about it.”

Despite a few nerves, the African frontman admitted that his allegiances now lay with the Turkish outfit.

“I hope that Galatasaray qualify,” he continued.

“It will be difficult, but I think that regarding the welcome, I think I'm allowed to say that I will receive a warm welcome, because I know Chelsea's fans and our relationship is really special.

Gareth McKnight

I am a freelance football journalist from Northern Ireland, currently living and working from Broome in Western Australia. After a degree in sports journalism from the University of Stirling in Scotland, I started in the online football world and have worked for leading websites and media outlets since. My knowledge and passion is based around the Premier League and European football, but I also have a soft spot for the Australian A-League.